A New Berlin farm that suffered devastating losses during August's flooding is now counting on pumpkin sales to survive the season, with just two weeks left to cover outstanding bills before closing for the year.

Salentine’s Family Farm owner Landon Valenta said community support has been crucial after floodwaters destroyed much of his crops, but the damage turned out to be far worse than initially expected.

"After we talked, most of the cantaloupe ended up splitting on me. It was just too much rain," Valenta said.

The flooding didn't just affect low-lying areas. Tomatoes on higher ground also took a beating, and jalapeños suffered significant damage. Much of the crop had to be tilled under completely.

"We actually had to till a lot of it under," Valenta said. “We took a beating on the

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